Protests against Maduro began on April 1 when the Supreme Court, accused of favouring the government, ruled that the functions of the opposition-led parliament would be transferred to the judiciary as lawmakers remained in contempt of its past rulings.

This decision stripped MPs of immunity, as judges claimed parliament was not carrying out its duties, although this ruling was revoked shortly afterwards following widespread criticism.

Since the protests began, a total of 94 people have died and thousands others injured.

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